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Nathan McSweeney Poised for Test Debut as Australia A Opener

The uncapped batsman is set to open alongside Usman Khawaja in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India.

  • Nathan McSweeney has been promoted to open for Australia A in their final match against India A at the MCG, a precursor to his potential Test debut.
  • The 25-year-old impressed with scores of 39 and an unbeaten 88 in a recent match against India A, bolstering his case for a Test call-up.
  • McSweeney's promotion comes amid a reshuffle in the Australian batting order following David Warner's retirement and Steve Smith's return to No.4.
  • Australian selectors, including George Bailey, view this match as crucial for finalizing the Test squad for the Border-Gavaskar Series starting November 22.
  • India has sent KL Rahul and Dhruv Jurel to Australia to participate in the final match against Australia A, aiming to secure spots in the upcoming Test series.
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